Material Handler

Justrite Manufacturing Company L.L.C.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Justrite Manufacturing Company L.L.C. in Moselle, MS is seeking a Material Handler to support production by safely operating forklifts, moving materials, and ensuring accurate labeling and documentation.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to safety, 5S housekeeping, and teamwork to maintain continuous workflow in a fast-paced facility. The position requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 90 lbs with assistance, with PPE and environmental procedures observed.

Qualifications

• Safely operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks in a manufacturing setting.
• Deliver raw materials to production lines and move finished goods to designated areas.
• Complete required documentation and inventory tickets accurately.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping, PPE compliance, and environmental procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks to move materials.
• Perform and document daily forklift inspections.
• Transport finished products to shipping locations ensuring proper labeling.
• Verify labels, tags, and color codes meet requirements.
• Maintain clean work areas following 5S standards.
• Report unsafe conditions and equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Support production and warehouse teams as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Basic math & documentation

Adaptability

Tools

Forklift

Job description

NoTrax - a Justrite Safety Group Company
129 Supply Chain Boulevard
Moselle, MS 39459, USA

The Material Handler is responsible for safely operating forklifts and other material‑handling equipment to support production operations. This position ensures raw materials are delivered to production lines, finished goods are transported to designated areas, and all materials are properly labeled, documented, and handled according to company safety, quality, and housekeeping standards. The role requires strong attention to detail, consistent adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to support efficient workflow throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks to move raw materials, components, WIP, and finished goods.
• Perform and document daily forklift inspections prior to operation
• Scan, transport and deliver finished products and materials to production associates to maintain continuous workflow or to assigned shipping locations
• Verify all materials and finished goods have accurate labels, tags, and color codes
• Ensure products meet all quality and specification requirements before movement
• Accurately complete raw material usage reports, inventory tickets, and other required documentation
• Weigh, record, and transport scrap materials to designated areas
• Compact, bale, and prepare scrap or cardboard for shipment
• Follow all company safety, PPE, and environmental procedures at all times
• Maintain clean, organized work areas following 5S standards
• Report any unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, or product issues promptly.
• Support production and warehouse teams as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs
• Strong safety orientation and hazard awareness
• Forklift operations skills and ability to follow inspection protocols
• Basic math, measurement, and documentation skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Teamwork, communication, and reliability
• Quality awareness and attention to detail

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing facility with machinery, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Use of PPE required (safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, etc.).
• Must be able to lift 30lbs alone and up to 90lbs with assistance
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, squat, twist, and reach as needed throughout the shift
• Ability to push, pull, carry, and handle materials of various weights and sizes
• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a forklift

Travel Required

No.

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